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Disparities in Beauty
Dr. Ellana

Disparities in Beauty

The beauty industry is a multi-billion dollar industry that has a massive impact on the lives of people all around the world. From cosmetics to skincare, the industry plays a...

Dr. Ellana

Disparities in Beauty

The beauty industry is a multi-billion dollar industry that has a massive impact on the lives of people all around the world. From cosmetics to skincare, the industry plays a...

Protective Styles
Dr. Ellana

Protective Styles

Have you ever noticed that when some Black women are preparing for vacation one of the first things on their list is getting their hair braided? Or when a sister...

Dr. Ellana

Protective Styles

Have you ever noticed that when some Black women are preparing for vacation one of the first things on their list is getting their hair braided? Or when a sister...

What is the CROWN Act?
Dr. Ellana

What is the CROWN Act?

  There have been multiple instances in recent years of students being suspended or otherwise disciplined for their natural or protective styles. It was this fact that prompted a coalition of...

Dr. Ellana

What is the CROWN Act?

  There have been multiple instances in recent years of students being suspended or otherwise disciplined for their natural or protective styles. It was this fact that prompted a coalition of...

The history of hair: Black history month
Dr. Ellana

The history of hair: Black history month

What is the history of African American hair? Since it is Black History month, let's explore and embrace our roots. In early African civilizations, hairstyles could indicate a person's family...

Dr. Ellana

The history of hair: Black history month

What is the history of African American hair? Since it is Black History month, let's explore and embrace our roots. In early African civilizations, hairstyles could indicate a person's family...

Safo’s Roots
Dr. Ellana

Safo’s Roots

From the Beginning Ellana, CEO and Founder of Safo Hair, has 10-plus years of experience providing medical care and medical expertise to improving quality of care for underserved communities, including global...

Dr. Ellana

Safo’s Roots

From the Beginning Ellana, CEO and Founder of Safo Hair, has 10-plus years of experience providing medical care and medical expertise to improving quality of care for underserved communities, including global...

Black is Beautiful!
Dr. Ellana

Black is Beautiful!

Black hair has come a long way as many people are now embracing their heritage. Masses are moving from weaves and chemicals to natural hair and organic hair products. For...

Dr. Ellana

Black is Beautiful!

Black hair has come a long way as many people are now embracing their heritage. Masses are moving from weaves and chemicals to natural hair and organic hair products. For...